Shit
The I.C.B.M.s Lyrics


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Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, the way I do my thang,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, I'm just a young ghetto nigga wit a big ass chain,


I ain't really got time for the he say she say,
Yellin' over tracks like a muthafuckin DJ,
They beggin for attention,
I'm beggin for a reason,
Mask up, get the straps, ya it's huntin' season,
These niggas Broke they choke,
Laugh at you niggaz, sit back and smoke, (haha)
Gangsta shit, duffle bag full of bricks,
Add it all up, ya a safe full of chips,
Holy guacomoli that's a whole lotta dip,
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????????? that's a whole lot of trips,
Says he's got six chevy's, that's a whole lot of whips,


Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, The way I do my thang,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, I'm just a young ghetto nigga wit a big ass chain,


USDA the shield,
You better respect us,
Better understand the game,
Its chess not checkers,
Two choked out chains,
Call 'em double decka's,
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My niggas add flavor to the game like ?zeterans?,
This my 25th tour,
I'm a concrete veteran,
We eat niggas up like corn on the cob,
You a hustla?
NAH!!
Don't quit yo day job


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Everybody know the game,
I call them trap actors,
Half the niggas lame,
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Real thoroughbred,
O.G. like Bun be,
Jeezy from the hood,
Slick from the gutta,
We too real ova here,
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Now that's gangsta shit!!


Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, the way I do my thang,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, I'm just a young ghetto nigga wit a big ass chain,


Calico cowboy ridin' tall in the saddle,
Fully loaded and cocked wit that choppa and I'm ready for battle,
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We ain't wit all that snitchin' shit,
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I'm a dirty south legend, and an allstar outta the T,
From the land of the Longhorns,
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Throw that dirt weed loco,
Get that endo shipped,
Not to mention the gallons of ?????????? that we sip,
The game is fanominal,
Work is acceptional,
Spending hours over the stove,
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Facilities even with a kitchen full of coke,
I'm still at ease,
'cause my team is full of nothing but guerillas and ???????????,
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Chunkin' my deuce,
Sippin my juice,
Blowing my kils,
Swinging my fo's,
And reppin my city,
So fuck you hoes,
I suppose we on the,



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Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, the way I do my thang,




Gangsta Shit,
Gangsta Shit, I'm just a young ghetto nigga wit a big ass chain,

Overall Meaning

The song "Gangsta Shit" by The I.C.B.M.s is an ode to the glamorization of the gangster lifestyle. The lyrics describe the rapper's personal experiences and observations of life in the ghetto, his illicit activities, and his disregard for those who are not part of his inner circle. The lyrics indicate that the artist is not concerned with what other people have to say and is instead focused on advancing himself and his crew. The chorus, "Gangsta Shit, the way I do my thing," emphasizes his pride in his gangster lifestyle.


The verses describe the artist's material possessions, including a large chain and a duffle bag full of (presumably stolen) "bricks", or drugs. The line "Holy guacomoli that's a whole lotta dip" may refer to a significant amount of money, while "That's a whole lot of trips" could refer to the rapper's previous drug-related activities. The artist describes his crew as "adding flavor to the game," indicating that they are successful and respected in their community.


The third verse explains that the artist is a member of USDA (United Streets D-Boyz of America) and demands respect for himself and his crew. He also asserts that the game is "chess not checkers," emphasizing the strategic nature of gangster life. The following lines may refer to the rapper's previous arrests or other brushes with the law. The artist also name-drops certain fellow rappers and asserts that he is a "dirty south legend."


Overall, "Gangsta Shit" glorifies the gangster lifestyle and presents it as exciting and glamorous, without acknowledging the violence, addiction, and other negative consequences of such a lifestyle.


Line by Line Meaning

Gangsta Shit,
The aesthetic and lifestyle of a hardened, criminal culture.


Gangsta Shit, the way I do my thang,
Performing actions and living life in accordance with the gangsta culture.


Gangsta Shit, I'm just a young ghetto nigga wit a big ass chain,
Identifying oneself as a member of the gangsta culture, specifically as a young black man from a disadvantaged urban area who is flaunting his wealth through jewelry.


I ain't really got time for the he say she say,
I am too busy with my gangsta life to engage in gossip and drama.


Yellin' over tracks like a muthafuckin DJ,
Rapping loudly and assertively like a DJ announcing music tracks.


They beggin for attention,
Others are seeking attention, which is not the focus of the gangsta lifestyle.


I'm beggin for a reason,
I am looking for purpose or motivation for my gangsta actions.


Mask up, get the straps, ya it's huntin' season,
Preparing weapons for criminal activity, implying that it is the hunting season for targets or victims of gangsta crimes.


These niggas Broke they choke,
Poor and unskilled individuals who stutter.


Laugh at you niggaz, sit back and smoke, (haha)
Derision towards those who are not part of the gangsta lifestyle, expressed through taunting laughter and drug use.


Gangsta shit, duffle bag full of bricks,
Part of gangsta culture is transporting and selling illegal drugs, hence having a duffel bag full of drugs.


Add it all up, ya a safe full of chips,
Collecting illegal revenue, in large quantities, and storing it somewhere safe.


Holy guacomoli that's a whole lotta dip,
Expressing surprise at the amount of wealth accumulated through illegal means.


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????????? that's a whole lot of trips,
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Says he's got six chevy's, that's a whole lot of whips,
Indicating that someone boasts of having many luxurious cars, which is considered impressive in the gangsta culture.


USDA the shield,
Referring to the United States Department of Agriculture as a metaphor for the gangsta culture.


You better respect us,
Demanding respect from others for belonging to the gangsta culture.


Better understand the game,
Intimidating others by implying that they don't know how to live according to gangsta lifestyle.


Its chess not checkers,
Comparing the gangsta lifestyle to the game of chess, which requires strategic moves and forward planning.


Two choked out chains,
Describing intricate or excessive jewelry that chokes the wearer.


Call 'em double decka's,
Referring to the two chains as double-decker items, similar to a double-decker bus.


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My niggas add flavor to the game like ?zeterans?,
Members of the gangsta culture bring their own unique perspective and skills to the game, like veterans who add flavors to their dishes.


This my 25th tour,
Referring to an extensive history of gangsta activities or criminal events like being in tour for a long time.


I'm a concrete veteran,
Having extensive experience as a gangsta, providing street-smart experience that someone might accrued through years of being on the streets.


We eat niggas up like corn on the cob,
Acknowledging the brutal nature of the gangsta culture involves not only gathering wealth but also ignoring of the opposition or rivals.


You a hustla? NAH!! Don't quit yo day job
Challenging the authenticity of someone's gangsta claims, by implying that they have a different occupation or that they should not quit their current job.


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Everybody know the game, I call them trap actors,
Everyone is aware of the rules of the gangsta culture, and those who pretend to follow these rules are considered fake or 'trap actors'.


Half the niggas lame,
Most people who pretend to belong to the gangsta culture are considered lame, meaning dull or unimpressive.


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Real thoroughbred,
Being an authentic member of the gangsta culture, having a family history of being in gangsta lifestyle.


O.G. like Bun be,
Existing in the gangsta culture for many years, like the rapper Bun B from UGK.


Jeezy from the hood,
Referring to the rapper Young Jeezy, as a representative of the gangsta culture from his hometown.


Slick from the gutta,
Being street-smart, like someone who comes from a disadvantaged and dangerous urban area like the gutter.


We too real ova here,
Asserting the authenticity of the gangsta lifestyle, suggesting that it is the real deal.


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Now that's gangsta shit!!
Praising the overall gangsta culture and lifestyle after listing out different elements of it.


Calico cowboy ridin' tall in the saddle,
Describing oneself as a cowboy or gunslinger ready for battle, also riding a high powered weapon.


Fully loaded and cocked wit that choppa and I'm ready for battle,
Being heavily armed and prepared to fight in battles with other gangs or rivals.


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We ain't wit all that snitchin' shit,
Not accepting or tolerating members of the gang who collaborate with law enforcement.


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I'm a dirty south legend, and an allstar outta the T,
Being a legendary member of the gangsta lifestyle, hailed as an all-star from the 'T' community (potentially a neighborhood, city or state).


From the land of the Longhorns,
Referring to Texas which has Longhorns as a cultural icon representing the state and even the university.


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Throw that dirt weed loco,
Partaking in the consumption of low-quality marijuana, but still getting high.


Get that endo shipped,
Importing high-quality marijuana into the state or country from where it can grow.


Not to mention the gallons of ?????????? that we sip,
Drinking large quantities of lean or 'Sizzurp', a highly addictive cough-syrup that contains codeine, soda, and candy.


The game is fanominal, Work is acceptional,
Praising the gangsta game as entertaining and thrilling, and their own illegal work as exceptional or high quality.


Spending hours over the stove,
Cooking drugs over the stove for hours as per instructions and in a safe manner.


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Facilities even with a kitchen full of coke,
Equipped with everything that can be needed while making drugs, even if it is a household kitchen, being highly skilled in making a variety of drugs.


I'm still at ease,
Feeling a sense of relaxation and ease despite living a dangerous and illegal life.


'cause my team is full of nothing but guerillas and ???????????,
Resting assured in the strength and loyalty of the gangsta members, who are like savage warriors and those who dominate their environment.


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Chunkin' my deuce, Sippin my juice, Blowing my kils, Swinging my fo's, And reppin my city, So fuck you hoes,
Performing specific actions that are common in the gangsta culture that include flashing gang signs or gestures, drinking alcohol, smoking marijuana, driving a car, and representing one's city. Also, expressing disdain towards women.


I suppose we on the,
Ending the song with an unfinished sentence, leaving the listener to determine what 'we' are actually 'on.'




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BIGRAM ZAYAS JR., LERON JAMES, MATTHEW DELGIORNO

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